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KAWS Light Bulbs for The Standard Hotel Video

January 21, 2011Design
Having already seen a shot of the bulbs yesterday, we now take a closer look via this video provided by The Standard of its new collaboration alongside KAWS. The bulbs come in a range of different colors and pair KAWS' unique ability to transform just about anything into a...
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OriginalFake “Chum” T-Shirt

January 21, 2011Style
OriginalFake's iconic "Chum" motif makes a return on the latest pack of tees. Now available in a variety of colorways, fans can choose between black-on-black, white/blue and white/yellow. Otherwise plain, the Chum retains its usual design: poised to run. Fans can pick up...
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KAWS Light Bulb Set for The Standard Hotel

January 20, 2011Design
Over the last little while, New York artist KAWS has diversified his collaboration portfolio. Long known for toys and more fashion based collaborations, we've seen a greater lifestyle angle ranging from beer bottles to now light bulbs. Created in association with The...
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KAWS COMPANION (PassingThrough) at The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum Video by Paper Fortress

January 14, 2011Arts
After an initial run overlooking Hong Kong's bustling harbor, KAWS' PassingThrough COMPANION had a switch of locations as it left the confines of Hong Kong to a slightly quieter venue outside The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum. As part of KAWS' show at the time, Paper...
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KAWS 16 Foot Companion @ The Aldrich Contemporary Museum

December 20, 2010Design
Following an initial appearance during KAWS' Passing Through exhibition in Hong Kong back in October, the artist's 16ft Companion touches down in the states as it officially takes its place at The Aldrich Contemporary Museum in Ridgefield, CT. Although the piece is currently...
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KAWS Companion Robert Lazzarini Version

December 11, 2010Arts
KAWS has announced that next week he’ll be unveiling three new versions of his noted Companion figure as a collaborative effort with artist Robert Lazzarini. The three Companion figures are consistent with KAWS styling and manufacturing except for one marked difference —...
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NOWNESS: Art Basel Miami 2010 – KAWS

December 1, 2010Arts
As Art Basel Miami readies itself for a launch on December 2nd, NOWNESS release their first video as part of a series detailing various artists participating in the popular art event. No strangers to us or many readers, KAWS speaks candidly about his recent book by Rizzoli...
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KAWS Book Signing @ Honor Fraser LA Recap

November 21, 2010Events
Yesterday popular American artist KAWS made an appearance at the Honor Fraser Gallery in Los Angeles for a signing in support of his recently released, self titled book. Nearly all copies on hand at the gallery sold out, with eager fans waiting hours in line just to get...
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KAWS Book Signing @ Honor Fraser LA

November 14, 2010Events
KAWS makes his way to Los Angeles as the New York-based artist announces a book signing session next week at Honor Fraser in Los Angeles. The book signing will take place between 2 and 4pm, and will surely command long lines. The date is set for Saturday, November 20th,...
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KAWS Book Signing @ colette

November 8, 2010Events
Continuing with his impressive yet busy year, KAWS was on hand at colette Paris for a special book signing today. The event played host to not only KAWS himself but a special edition release of the artist's new book by Rizzoli. Shots from the event, fans, and signed books...
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KAWS “Pay the Debt to Nature” Exhibition Recap

November 7, 2010Arts
Following a couple of previews, we can now offer a more detailed account of the latest from KAWS, who opened his new exhibition, "Pay the Debt to Nature", at the renowned Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin in Paris. The show put forth another strong showing from the East Coast...
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KAWS @ Emmanuel Perrotin Paris Preview

November 5, 2010Arts
American pop-artist KAWS recently embarked on a European adventure, displaying his latest collection of work at the Parisian Emmanuel Perrotin Gallery. Alongside a collection of SpongeBob and original character-centric paintings stand a 5ft Companion and two Accomplice vinyl...
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KAWS x Clark Magazine Issue 45

November 3, 2010Culture
In just a few short days, KAWS will present a new exhibition in France at the Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin, titled Pay Debt to Nature. In association with Clark Magazine, KAWS is the feature artist for issue 45 of the French magazine as it ties everything together. Within the...
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MONIKER International Art Fair London 2010 Recap

October 25, 2010Arts
The London MONIKER International Art Fair took place earlier this month. Taking place at the VILLAGE UNDERGROUND space, the event looked to cultivate and promote a more niche series of personalities and art. Both paintings and installations were on hand from some familiar...
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KAWS Book Signing @ OriginalFake Aoyama

October 21, 2010Events
KAWS continues the support of his new book with Rizzoli as the artist announces a special book signing being held at his OriginalFake store in Aoyama. The event takes place this Saturday, October 23rd, with the shop's address offered below for those interested in attending....
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